Salute Crispus Attucks Children's Center at the Green Gate Gala on June 20

On Thursday, June 20, 2013 beginning at 6:30 p.m., the Crispus Attucks Children’s Center (CACC) will honor leading Child Care Advocate and former CACC CEO Lesley Christian at its “Green Gate Gala”, named for the green gate that surrounds its state-of-the art campus in Dorchester.

This celebration will take place at the Franklin Park Tropical Rain Forest Pavilion.

Supported by several of the Commonwealth’s top leaders, this Gala will celebrate the Center’s history of caring for and educating thousands of children from Boston communities -- many of whom today are making great contributions in society.

UMass Boston Chancellor Dr. J. Keith Motley will join the celebrants as they also honor State Street Corporation; Attorney Fletcher (Flash) Wiley; and 20+ years Crispus Attucks Teacher Mahalia Steele for her care and dedication to the children and families.

Guests will be treated to a program filled with surprises, a video celebrating the Center’s history, International Food Stations and performances by legendary Vivian Male and the Berklee College of Music students.

WCVB TV’s Karen Holmes Ward will serve as the Gala Mistress of Ceremonies, several alumni of Crispus Attucks will be on-hand to honor the Center & staff who made the difference in their early childhood development, along with several Zoo animals on display.

This event is being underwritten by the generous support of State Street, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Essential Capital Partners, and Edward Hale of Goodwin Proctor LLP, EMC Corporation, Sovereign Bank, The Farley Family, The Wiley Family, TJX Companies, Inc., Covidien, John Hancock, Next Street, The Boston Foundation, Liberty Mutual and West Insurance Agency.

CACC was named after patriot and former slave Crispus Attucks, the first American killed in the Boston Massacre in 1770. Located on a 90,000 square foot campus, CACC is one of the largest providers of infant and toddler care in Boston. Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, CACC program has a strong academic curriculum, and recognizes that future success means supporting not only the child, but the child’s family and the entire community.

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